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Leisl Veach and Jeremiah Born.
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In this episode, Leisl Veach interviews fitness guru and LGBTW advocate Lisa Gaylord. We discuss her rise as a karate prodigy and weapons specialist in the 1970s, her career at Nike and Reebok, and how shel feel when she first saw Taebo on an infomercial.

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On this episode, Leisl Veach discusses the allegations that Dwight Howard and his closest peers threatened a former male lover, and the twitter storm that followed. We will then break down the Kareem Hunt assault, how it compares with national statistics, and the NFL's poor reaction to the situation.…

On this episode, Leisl Veach and Jeremiah Born discuss the trade for Jimmy Butler and who got the best of the deal: the Minnesota Timberwolves or the Philadelphia 76ers? Leisl Veach also touches on the antics in last weekends KU vs. K-State game, Stephen Jackson's claim that the NBA is blackballing Carmelo Anthony, and the marriage of former Da ...…

On this episode, we discuss Jimmy Butler's trade request, the success of the Kansas City Chiefs, whether the Atlanta Falcons can bounce back, and how disappointed we are with the Nebraska Cornhuskers and Wisconsin Badgers.

One this episode we discuss the MLB Playoffs, including the St. Louis Cardinals, Los Angeles Dodgers, Milwaukee Brewers, Colorado Rockies, Atlanta Braves, and Chicago Cubs. We also break down the Boston Red Sox historic season and it the Houston Astros will repeat again. Finally, we talk about how the MLB handed the Addison Russell abuse allega ...…

On this episode, we discuss Urban Meyer's suspension, Nike's new deal with Colin Kaepernick, the decision to offer equal pay in international surfing, and the US Women's Soccer team's decision to cut Jaelene Hinkle.

On this episode, Leisl Veach tackles a question across the NBA. Who is the Greatest of All-Time? Michael Jordan or Lebron James? After discussing their offense, defense, coaches, teammates, intangibles, and influence on the game, she makes her choice.

On this episode, we discuss the NBA's ever changing free agency market, if Lebron can succeed in Los Angeles, Toronto's gamble on Kawhi Leonard, and if the Atlanta Hawks made the right decision on Carmelo Anthony. We also discuss the NFL's decision to suspend the National Anthem policy and debate if France's World Cup victory is tainted by colo ...…

On this episode, we preview the World Cup Quarterfinals, including the fate of Portugal, Uruguay, Columbia, Mexico, Brazil, Switzerland, Denmark, England, Japan, Argentina, Sweden Belgium, Russia, and the rest of the round of 16!

On this episode we discuss the Orlando Magic picking Mo Bamba, and the Dallas Mavericks, Phoenix Suns, Atlanta Hawks, and Minnesota Timberwolves' choices. We also discuss if Luka Doncic or Deandre Ayton is the best player to come from this draft, or if Collin Sexton or Marvin Bagley III can steal that honor.…

On this episode, Leisl Veach breaks down all 32 teams in the FIFA World Cup, including favorites Spain, Uruguay, Portugal, and Germany. Don't know who to cheer for? We have great reasons to love Nigeria, Mexico, and Iceland as well!

On this episode, we critique the NFL National Anthem Policy and MSU's $500 million dollar settlement to the survivor of Dr. Larry Nassar. We also discuss the NBA playoffs, the Minnesota Vikings LGBTQ Summit, and the improbable run of the Las Vegas Knights.

On this episode, we discuss a number of sports topics, including Becky Hammond's interview with the Milwaukee Bucks and the NBA Playoffs. We also touch on the scandal surrounding the Washington Redskins cheerleaders, the NHL playoffs, and final comments on the NFL draft.

On this episode, host Leisl Veach and guests Tony Manganaro and James Davis discuss the success of the Cleveland Browns draft, as well as the Baltimore Ravens and Philadelphia Eagles. We also discuss some of our favorite players in this year's draft.

On this episode, we discuss the NBA playoffs, including the possibility the Cleveland Cavaliers to lose in the first round, Houston's dominance, and the New Orleans Pelicans surprise victories. We also discuss the Boston Marathon including trans runners for the first time, the MLB's slow ticket sales, and the NHL playoffs.…

On this episode, host Leisl Veach discusses the 2018 WNBA draft, including which players she thinks would be the best fit for each squad. This includes analysis of the Las Vegas Aces, Dallas Wings, Minnesota Lynx, Los Angeles Sparks, Connecticut Sun, Chicago Sky, Washington Mystics, and many more!

On this episode, hosts Jeremiah Born and Leisl Veach discuss the 2018 Winter Olympics highlights, new MLB rules, and the continued battle between Jerry Jones and Roger Goodell. We also talk about tanking in the NBA, and Mark Cuban's response to the asexual assault allegations against the Dallas Mavericks former president.…

On this episode, hosts Jeremiah Born and Leisl Veach discuss the NGL head coaching carousel, including Marvin Lewis signing a two-year deal, why they fired Jim Caldwell, and the potential of Matt Patricia. We also discuss Tom Brady, Bill Belichick, and the ESPN feature on the Patriots.

In this episode, hosts Jeremiah Born and Leisl Veach discuss the NFL playoffs, the poor performance of the AFC, and who we think will make the Super Bowl. We then discuss our NBA midseason observations and potential trade chips.

On this episode, hosts Jeremiah Born and Leisl Veach discuss the #metoo Campaign and sexual assault allegations that have emerged in the sports world. This included the allegations against Panther's owner Jerry Richardson and Dr. Larry Nassar. We also discuss the inclusion of Taylor Swift on the Time Magazine Person of the Year cover and how to ...…

On this episode, hosts Jeremiah Born and Leisl Veach discuss the IOC ban of Russia in the 2018 Winter Olympics, the problems with the New York Giants, and Hope Solo applying to be president of U.S. Soccer. We also discuss how much Russell Westbrook is hurting the Oklahoma City Thunder and the top four choices for the College Football Playoff.…

On this episode, Jeremiah Born and Leisl Veach highlight some of their best moments from the last year. This includes interviews with Mary Rand, Andrew Palmer, Tom Geil, and Nico Hernandez. It also highlights conversations about the NFL, MLB, NBA, and LGBTQ community.

On this episode of the Witnessing Greatness Sports Podcast, hosts Jeremiah Born and Leisl Veach discuss Roger Goodell's contract demands and the top 3 NFL teams. We also discuss the challenges to LGBTQ policy in the Olympics and NBA storylines.

On this episode hosts Jeremiah Born and Leisl Veach discuss the Houston Astros World Series win, Bob McNair's comments at the owners meeting, the lawsuit against FIFA for equal pay, Megan Rapinoe's half-hearted protests, and our reactions to the first two weeks of the NBA season. At halftime, we count down our top 5 scary movies.…

On this week's episodes, hosts Jeremiah Born and Leisl Veach discuss all the things we love about October, including the MLB playoffs, the start of the NBA season, College Football Conference play, and Harvard trans swimmer Schuyler Bailer. Halftime: We discuss what we were wrong about in life.

On this episode of Witnessing Greatness, Jeremiah Born and Leisl Veach discuss the trade of Carmelo Anthony to Oklahoma City and if there is any way to fix the imbalance between the Eastern and Western Conference. We then talk NFL protests, the MLB playoff picture, and how bad this scandal is for college basketball. During halftime, we count do ...…

On this episode, host Leisl Veach counts down the top ten soccer leagues in the world. Based on their competitive balance and depth, awards and championships, and best players both past and present, this list features discussions of the Bundesliga, Serie A, Liga MX, La Liga, and many more!

On this episode, Leisl Veach and Tony Manganaro discuss Sloan Stephens victory at the US Open and the all USA final four. We then talk about the problems with the St. Louis Cardinals LGBT night, discuss Michael Bennett's arrest and the NFL Week 1 results.

In this episode of Witnessing Greatness, we finish our NFL season preview with a discussion of the AFC East and the AFC North. We discuss how the Browns could win six games, if the Steelers are Super Bowl Contenders, and if Andy Dalton can ever make the leap. Topics also include Jay Cutler's ability to have a great year and the Bills leaving Ty ...…

On Part 3 of the NFL Season Preview, we discuss the NFC East and the NFC North, including if the north is a two horse race between the Minnesota Vikings and the Green Bay Packers. We also talk about the effect of Ezekiel Elliot's suspension on the Cowboys, if the Giants are Super Bowl Contenders, and if the Washington Professional Football team ...…

On this episode of Witnessing Greatness we continue our NFL Season Preview with an analysis of the AFC South and AFC West. We discuss if the AFC South will be entertaining, whether Andre Luck will ever have a good team around him, if the Tennessee Titans will take the leap, and how much longer anyone can believe in Blake Bortles. We then tackle ...…

In this episode we preview the teams of the NFC South and NFC West. This includes discussions of the Seahawks offensive woes, if the West will finally improve, and how much Carson Palmer still has in the tank. We also discuss the NFC South as one of the most interesting divisions in football, the critiques of Cam Newton, the Saint's acquisition ...…

On this episode, Leisl Veach and Jeremiah Born discuss the new results on CTE in the NFL, update the MLB playoff and Wild Card race, and discuss The Undefeated's Best Black Athletes of All-Time List. We finish with a conversation about Ezekiel Elliot's suspension. Halftime: The trans ban in the military and Donald Trump's tenure in office.…

In this episode, Leisl Veach interviews fitness guru and LGBTW advocate Lisa Gaylord. We discuss her rise as a karate prodigy and weapons specialist in the 1970s, her career at Nike and Reebok, and how shel feel when she first saw Taebo on an infomercial.

On this episode, Jeremiah Born and Leisl Veach take two different stances on the Kyrie Irving trade demand, discuss why golf is boring on television, and tackle the anti-trans bills being voted on in Texas. We then talk about the MLB trade deadline and the WNBA All-Star weekend. Halftime this week is a debate about the greatest sitcoms of all-time.…

In this episode of Witnessing Greatness, host Leisl Veach discusses NBA players who stayed in college three or more years and still went on to be successful professionals. We talk about how defense, limiting turnovers, specialization, and athleticism all play into upperclassmen become successful NBA players.…

On this episode of Witnessing Greatness Jeremiah Born and Leisl Veach discuss NBA Free Agency and how it might change the face of NFL contracts in the future. We also rant about the MLB All-Star Game, discuss why we love tennis, and tackle more potential trades in MLB. Halftime this week touches on NPR's choice to tweet portion of the the Decla ...…

On this week's episode we discuss the Minnesota Timberwolves trade for Jimmy Butler and the NBA Draft. We also talk about NFL tackle Ryan O'Callaghan coming out as gay, the Mayweather vs. McGregor fight, and the MLB trade deadline. During Halftime we tackle the issue of Philando Castille, Charleena Lyles, and police violence in America.…

In this episode of Witnessing Greatness, we interview Amy Bergstrom, a former sports editor for the Seattle Times and employee of the MLB. We discuss the changing landscape of sports media, how ESPN could adjust its format to reach new audiences, and the challenges of working in sports reporting. She also shares stories from behind the scenes a ...…

Join us as we discuss the NBA Finals, how Tiger Woods will be remembered, and the amazing plays of the Women's College Softball World Series. We also dive into why the MLB Draft lacks interest for most fans and congratulate the Portland, Maine school district for offering sports hijabs as part of their equipment.…

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